But it also means that you’ll have to find a team to root for during next year’s tournament in Russia, and that’s where this list comes in.

Please note, however: I’m coming at this from the most casual of soccer points of view. I am not a futbol expert, nor do I claim to be. I do get pretty pumped for the World Cup every four years because it’s such an amazing event, but that’s about it.

4. Argentina

EPA Photo by Larry W. Smith

This is all about one guy: Messi. I just want to see him win a World Cup. Is that so wrong? And don’t you want to feel good rooting for one of the world’s best players for once? Plus, they nearly missed out on the tournament entirely, so it’s not like you’re suddenly front-running.

5. Belgium

(AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan)

It’s not just because of the food or the beer. It’s because they were so entertaining to watch when they faced USMNT in the 2014 World Cup — that’s the now-famous Tim Howard game.

That team was a blast to watch, and why not throw your support behind a squad like that?

With the U.S. out, here are five teams you can latch on to for the 2018 World Cup.

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